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EJ11 CRU

2011 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,482 mi
Last recorded97,482 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Polo56,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ11 CRU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 97,482 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 92,242 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 87,064 miles

Offside Front Seat belt is slow to retract

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake lever - slightly high

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 80,754 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 74,307 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Nov 2021 74,307 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 67,606 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 61,490 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 57,989 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 52,689 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

all four tyres old and cracking

Fail 18 May 2017 52,689 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

all four tyres old and cracking

Fail 13 May 2017 52,666 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 12 May 2016 48,411 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 43,425 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 May 2014 32,793 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?

Based on 14,598,296 MOT tests across 1,156,928 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,193
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,156,928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 467,706
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 196,870
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 190,697
Stop lamp not working 181,097
position lamp(s) not working 168,944
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EJ11 CRU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 56,846 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Polo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 467,706 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EJ11 CRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Polo typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 15 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EJ11 CRU?

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What year was EJ11 CRU registered?

EJ11 CRU is a 2011 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 May 2011.

Is EJ11 CRU safe to buy?

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